How to Buy Tickets for the South Train Baiyun How to Book a Xinjiang Senior Group Tourist Train
The Southern Train Baiyun is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and there is no separate train ticket sales channel. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure and room type → submit registration information → pay deposit to secure a spot → sign an electronic contract, fully transparent and traceable throughout.
Explore the charm of the Silk Road! The complete guide to the 18-day in-depth Xinjiang tour on the Baiyun tourist special train✨
I. Route Overview: A Moving Feast Crossing Southern and Northern Xinjiang
The Baiyun tourist special train is a high-end themed train launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. With the concept of a “moving star-rated hotel,” it connects the core landscapes and lesser-known hidden gems of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The 2027 departures cover spring, summer, and autumn. The 18-day itinerary departs from Guangzhou, passes through Chongqing and Urumqi, goes deep into Altay, Ili, Kashgar, and other places, and finally returns to Guangzhou. The train is equipped with luxury double rooms, quality twin rooms, and public entertainment spaces, and provides star-rated butler service, professional photography accompaniment, and medical support throughout, suitable for tourists of all ethnic groups seeking quality and in-depth experiences.
II. Route Highlights: A Superior Blend of Landscapes, Culture, and Experiences
Landscape diversity:From the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas to the “last tear of the Atlantic” at Sayram Lake, from the changing seasons along the Duku Highway to the vastness of the Taklamakan Desert, the itinerary covers representative landforms of Xinjiang such as snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and canyons.
Cultural immersion:Visit Tuvan villages such as Hemu Village and Baihaba in Kanas, participate in home visits with people of various ethnic groups, experience the thousand-year Silk Road culture in the Kashgar Old City, and experience traditional handicrafts, songs, and dances of various ethnic groups.
Seasonal advantages:May to September is the golden travel season in Xinjiang. In summer, Altay is covered with wildflowers, the lavender fields and grassland pastures of Ili complement each other, and the ripe fruit season in Southern Xinjiang adds a sweet taste.
Suitable for:Families with children, photography enthusiasts, cultural explorers, seniors, and other tourists seeking comfort and depth.
Recommended photo spots:Morning mist in Hemu Village, the Three Bays of Kanas, cycling around Sayram Lake, “four seasons in one day” on the Duku Highway, and the opening ceremony of the Kashgar Old City.
III. Simple Itinerary (2027 Professional Edition)
Day01:Guangzhou→Chongqing
Welcome ceremony｜Band performance｜Song and dance performance
Day02:Chongqing
Three Gorges Museum｜Mountain City hot pot｜Raffles City Sky Crystal Observation Deck
Day03:Chongqing→Urumqi
Explore the charm of the Silk Road! The complete guide to the 18-day in-depth Xinjiang tour on the Baiyun tourist special train✨Special train activities｜Silk Road culture salon
Day04:Urumqi
Route A:Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum｜Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar
Route B:Tianshan Tianchi
Day05-06:Altay
Route A:D5 Ahe Highway｜Hemu; D6 exclusive tea break｜Hemu Village｜Kanas Scenic Area
Route B:D5 Chonghur Village｜Hemu; D6 Tiejia Highway｜Baihaba｜Kanas Scenic Area
Day07:Kanas→Beitun
Three Bays of Kanas｜Landmark intangible cultural heritage cuisine cold-water fish banquet
Day08-11:Ili + Kuqa
Route A:D8 Sayram Lake; D9 Tianshan Flower Sea｜Nalati Grassland; D10 Nalati Grassland｜Bayin Town; D11 Duku Highway｜Kizilya Grand Canyon
Route B:D8 Sayram Lake; D9 Tianshan Flower Sea｜Nalati Grassland; D10 Nalati Grassland; D11 Kizilya Grand Canyon
Route C:D8 Yizhao Highway｜Jade Lake｜Sunset dinner｜Exclusive chartered boat tour on the lake; D9 Xiata Ancient Road; D10 Sayram Lake; D11 Kizilya Grand Canyon
Day12:Kashgar
Baisha Lake｜Tashkurgan County｜Tajik home visit
I. Route Overview: A Moving Feast Crossing Southern and Northern XinjiangDay13:Karakul Lake
Karakul Lake｜The Three Heroes of Kunlun
Day14:Kashgar Old City→Korla
Kashgar Old City｜Id Kah Mosque
Day15:Korla→Golmud
Bayingolin Museum｜Bosten Lake
Day16:Golmud
Chaerhan Salt Lake
Day17-18:Golmud→Guangzhou
Train activities, reminiscing about the journey to the Western Regions
IV. Transportation Guide: Seamless Connection Across Most of China
Boarding stations:Guangzhou start and end (board or alight at Chongqing, board at Lanzhou)
Alighting stations:Chongqing, Guangzhou
Train information:18 carriages, fixed passenger capacity of 92 people, room types include luxury double rooms and quality twin rooms, public spaces include a welcome carriage, dining carriage, and entertainment and observation carriage.
Ground transportation:Luxury tour buses are provided throughout, and four-wheel-drive off-road vehicles are used on sections such as Ili and Kanas to maximize adaptability to road conditions.
The Baiyun tourist special train is a high-end themed train launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. With the concept of a “moving star-rated hotel,” it connects the core landscapes and lesser-known hidden gems of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The 2027 departures cover spring, summer, and autumn. The 18-day itinerary departs from Guangzhou, passes through Chongqing and Urumqi, goes deep into Altay, Ili, Kashgar, and other places, and finally returns to Guangzhou. The train is equipped with luxury double rooms, quality twin rooms, and public entertainment spaces, and provides star-rated butler service, professional photography accompaniment, and medical support throughout, suitable for tourists of all ethnic groups seeking quality and in-depth experiences.V. Ticket Fees and Opening Policies (Updated in Real Time for 2026)
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
Reference tickets for core attractions:
Kanas Scenic Area:160 yuan/person (shuttle bus 70 yuan/person)
Sayram Lake:145 yuan/person (self-driving around the lake)
Tianshan Tianchi:95 yuan/person (shuttle bus 60 yuan/person)
Nalati Grassland:95 yuan/person (Air Grassland shuttle bus 40 yuan/person)
Opening and reservation policies:
Scenic areas such as Kanas and Sayram Lake require reservation 1-3 days in advance on the official WeChat account, and visitor limits may apply during peak season.
Open attractions such as Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar and Kashgar Old City do not require reservations, but group visits must be reported.
Discount information:
Seniors over 65, students, military personnel, and others can enjoy half-price or free tickets with valid identification, subject to the scenic area’s policies on the day.
VI. Price Description and Departure Dates (2027 Professional Edition)
Reference price for the 18-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour:
Departures on 5.18/6.6/6.26/7.16/8.5/8.24:
Yunqi•Kuanjing (Luxury Double Room):118880 yuan/person
II. Route Highlights: A Superior Blend of Landscapes, Culture, and ExperiencesYunqi•Yayun (Quality Twin Room):98880 yuan/person
9.14 departure:
Yunqi•Kuanjing (Luxury Double Room):128880 yuan/person
Yunqi•Yayun (Quality Twin Room):108880 yuan/person
Cost includes:
Transportation:Round-trip special train fare from Guangzhou to Urumqi, ground luxury tour buses, and scenic area shuttle buses.
Accommodation:Special train room type + 16 nights in high-end hotels/guesthouses (including international five-star hotels in Yining, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and other places).
Tickets:First gate tickets for all core attractions in the itinerary.
Meals:16 breakfasts and 32 main meals (including specialty meals: song-and-dance welcome banquet, intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet, roast whole lamb banquet, etc.).
Services:Star-rated butler, professional photographer, doctor, tour leader, and VIP channels at some scenic areas.
Cost excludes:
Personal consumption, optional paid items (such as vehicle rental upgrade on the Duku Highway), and additional expenses caused by force majeure.
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing. Prices may fluctuate with departure dates and are subject to the contract signed by both parties.
VII. Service Description and Travel Tips
Service standards:
Landscape diversity: From the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas to the “last tear of the Atlantic” at Sayram Lake, from the changing seasons along the Duku Highway to the vastness of the Taklamakan Desert, the itinerary covers representative landforms of Xinjiang such as snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and canyons.Complimentary 2 pickup/drop-off services at the assembly point + 2 nights of high-end hotel accommodation at the assembly point.
Light luxury small group of 16-22 people on the ground, with no shopping stops arranged throughout the entire journey.
Accommodation upgrade suggestion:
If the budget is sufficient, priority may be given to the “Yunqi•Kuanjing” room type, which is more spacious and equipped with observation windows.
Accommodation inside the Kanas Scenic Area consists of high-end guesthouses; please bring your own toiletries.
Recommended photography spots:
Sunrise at Hemu Village, around Sayram Lake, the pass of the Duku Highway, and the night view of Kashgar Old City.
Notes:
Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, so windproof and warm jackets are needed; summer UV rays are strong, so sunscreen and sunglasses should be prepared.
Some scenic areas (such as Baihaba) require a permit, which the travel agency will assist in processing uniformly.
VIII. Registration Method and Consultation
Registration is available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For consultation, contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat are the same number).
IX. Manager Recommendation: Your Xinjiang Travel Designer
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply engaged in the Xinjiang tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the full routes, road and weather conditions, and local customs of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, lesser-known hidden gems, and tips for avoiding pitfalls. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize lesser-known in-depth journeys.
Wang Fei is cheerful and humorous, skilled at explaining the culture and history of the Western Regions, and easily resolves travel trivialities. She is considerate and reliable throughout the journey. She always adheres to the principle of no shopping stops and no consumption arrangements throughout the itinerary, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, sincerely allowing every friend who comes from afar to truly feel the vast beauty and simple warmth of Xinjiang and travel with peace of mind in beautiful Xinjiang.
[Disclaimer]
The itinerary may be changed due to weather, policies, and other factors. After mutual agreement between both parties, reasonable changes may be made to the itinerary. Prices and remaining spots are subject to contract or customer service confirmation, and ultimately subject to the Tourism Law and Contract Law.
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